The world lay at our
fingertips. Conversations exists from
one country to another daily. Planes fly
from one side of the country to the other with ease. Phones operate by satellite and no longer
require cords. Anyone can be discovered
thanks to the Google machine.
Accessibility remains constant.
The Internet replaces
thousands of jobs. The Internet becomes
your doctor, plumber, mechanic, counselor, teacher, preacher, etc. What did we do years ago without such power
at our fingertips? How in the world did
we survive without all this knowledge presented with one click?
We waited in an office
to visit an educated individual and discover a diagnosis. We sought a friend to help fix a household
concern. We worked together with dad to
fix an old clunker. We reached for
someone with ‘skin on’ to seek solutions to life’s difficulties. We traveled to and sat in a building to learn
or receive spiritual guidance/teaching.
Man, life was rough,
right? Life encouraged fellowship,
communication, relationship and memories.
Life presented less worry, depression and addiction. These still existed, but with less severity
and we didn’t face it alone.
I am just as guilty as
the next in the use of Internet, texting and YouTube. But, I will say that nothing beats a good
conversation face to face. Nothing
replaces a solid hug from a friend.
Nothing consoles like receiving help/understanding from an expert in the
matter. Absolutely nothing fills my soul
and builds strength like standing in church worshiping my Father in
Heaven.
The Internet can offer
research based, educated answers to thousands of concerns/questions. The Internet can save money and time. The Internet can provide connections
otherwise impossible. But, be careful in
choosing a website found through a Google search. Be careful in typing just any URL in the
search bar. Be careful!
Misrepresentation leads
to increased problems. Facade leads to
building relationships on a rocky foundation.
Uneducated information leads to spending more money/time in the
end.
15 “Watch
out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly
they are ferocious wolves. Matthew 7:15
Be careful! Keep your eyes on Jesus! The world will work diligently to replace
each of God’s Truths with convincing lies.
Deceit surrounds and moves in swiftly to break a solid foundation. False prophets walk next to you proclaiming
to know Jesus. Be careful when searching
for counsel. Be careful when seeking
information to guide each step.
Don’t let quick and
convenient replace patience and prayer.
The Truth lay at your fingertips.
Conversation can occur from Heaven to you daily. Anyone can discover the Power of God. Anyone can search for Him and find Him
waiting patiently with open arms. He is
constantly accessible. God offers Truth,
the Whole Truth and nothing but the Truth.
You may allow the
Internet provide desired answers, explain a procedure or describe a condition; but,
do not allow ANYTHING in this world to replace the guidance from God. He holds the answers. Seek Him in relationship. He will embrace, protect, explain and walk
right alongside in any situation. Be
careful, my friend, not to lose Him amongst the world’s conveniences and quick
fixes.
It’s THE WEEKEND! Take a break from the world and have a
conversation with God.
Live life. . .One Day at a
time!
Sheree Craig
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